Most sociological studies of deviance focus on elements of an individual's background that would predispose her to act in deviant ways. What is the key problem with such an approach?
A) It leans too much on depictions of deviance in the media.
B) It cannot explain why some people with very similar backgrounds act differently.
C) It requires a great deal of statistical analysis.
D) It focuses too much on the emotional appeal of certain types of crime.
E) It requires psychiatric evaluations.

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Focusing solely on an individual's background overlooks the social context and structures that contribute to deviant behavior. It cannot explain why people with similar backgrounds make different choices, ignoring the influence of society and systemic issues that can lead to deviance.

Most Sociological Studies of Deviance Focus on Elements of an Individual's